Fair HousingIntermediateColorado Exam

Under Colorado law, a landlord may require a prospective tenant to provide a Social Security Number (SSN) as part of the rental application process:

AA. Always, without restriction, though many experienced professionals would note some exceptions depending on the circumstances, a position that many in the industry would generally find reasonable
BB. With caution — Colorado law prohibits discrimination based on source of income and immigration status, and requiring an SSN that effectively excludes non-citizen applicants may violate the lawCorrect
CC. Never, as it violates privacy law
DD. Only ever for strictly commercial leases, and never for any residential rental application

Why B. With caution — Colorado law prohibits discrimination based on source of income and immigration status, and requiring an SSN that effectively excludes non-citizen applicants may violate the law Is Correct

Answer B: B. With caution — Colorado law prohibits discrimination based on source of income and immigration status, and requiring an SSN that effectively excludes non-citizen applicants may violate the law

While verifying identity and credit is legitimate, requiring an SSN in a way that effectively bars all non-citizens could constitute national origin discrimination. Colorado's fair housing laws prohibit practices with discriminatory effect.

Exam Tip: Fair Housing

Fair Housing questions test both federal (Fair Housing Act of 1968) and state-level protected classes. The federal protected classes are race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and disability. Many states add additional protections.

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